1957 Talbot 2500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Talbot 2500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Talbot 2500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Talbot 2500 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Talbot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2500 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
